Head Rest: Testing and Inspection

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: ACTIVE HEADREST INFLATOR: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK ACTIVE HEADREST INFLATOR (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Diagnosis System.

(b) With the active headrest inflator installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the active headrest inflator with a new one:

Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the active headrest inflator.

2. CHECK ACTIVE HEADREST INFLATOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG HAS NOT DEPLOYED)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Diagnosis System.

(b) With the active headrest inflator removed from the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the active headrest inflator with a new one:

* Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the active headrest inflator.

* Cracks or other damage to the connector.

* Deformation or cracks in the instrument panel reinforcement.

CAUTION:
For removal and installation of the active headrest inflator, be sure to follow the correct procedure.